The
State of
the State

October 2026

The State of The State October 2026

Table of Contents

"The State of the State"
Where Illinois soy stands today - and where it's headed.
By IL Field & Bean Team
Published On: October 1, 2026
"Growing Season Update: Insights from Across the 2026 Illinois Soybean Crop"
When people ask how the Illinois soybean crop is progressing, there is rarely a simple answer.
By Abigail Peterson, CCA, Director of Agronomy, Illinois Soybean Association
Published On: October 1, 2026
"Trending Trade Projections: Building Demand Beyond the Bushel"
Who wants to buy U.S. soybeans, and what does that demand mean for their value?
By IL Field & Bean Team
Published On: October 1, 2026
"Get to Know ISA’s New Board Directors"
Five new soybean farmers were elected this past summer to serve as ISA Board Directors.
By Ashley Rice-Haddon, Lead Writer, Illinois Field & Bean
Published On: October 1, 2026
"CEO's Message - Lessons From the Morrow Plots"
Established in 1876, the Morrow Plots are the oldest agricultural research plots in the U.S. and among the longest-running agricultural experiments in the world.
By John Lumpe, ISA CEO
Published On: October 1, 2026
"From the Boardroom - The Work Continues"
Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) Chairman Bryan Severs recaps the last year and highlights what he's looking forward to in his second year as the leader of the Board of Directors.
By Bryan Severs, Chairman, Illinois Soybean Association
Published On: October 1, 2026